Riding the Rheumatoid Arthritis Rollercoaster: Methotrexate, Medication Changes and More with Ali

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Published 2022-07-26

Have you ever felt overwhelmed with changing medications? On Episode 76 of the Arthritis Life Podcast, Ali DiGiacomo describes the emotional roller coaster she experienced while managing a flare up of rheumatoid arthritis and switching up her medication regimen.

Ali & Cheryl also discuss what it’s like to have costochondritis and how they cope with unresolved health issues while still trying to live a full, joyful life.

This episode also includes reflections about how to cope with social media jealousy within the chronic illness community, how to set boundaries with friends and loved ones during Covid times, and more.

For full episode details plus a transcript, go to the show page here: arthritis.theenthusiasticlife.com/2022/07/25/ridin…

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All Comments (2)

@wallhagens2001 10 months ago

Thanks so much for sharing your experiences. I was diagnosed with RA four years ago and it's so hard dealing with the instability of the situation. Some periods of time I feel almost normal, then I'll have months where I'm laid up on the sofa. It's a real crazy-making illness and so hard for people to understand. I am having to learn to be patient with myself and forgiving of myself when I'm going through rough patches.